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What are some key works published by Franz Boas? Franz Boas
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What are some key works published by Franz Boas?

Some key works by Franz Boas include "The Mind of Primitive Man" (1911), in which he challenged racial notions by emphasizing the impact of environment over biological determinism, and "Race, Language, and Culture" (1940), a collection of essays discussing his views on culture and race. His book "Primitive Art" (1927) also remains influential in the study of art as a cultural expression.